
French Onion Soup
SoupStovetop75 minServes 4
Ingredients
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 6 cups beef broth
- 4 slices bread, toasted
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss or mozzarella
Amounts are scaled from the original 4 servings; cooking times may change for bigger batches.
Steps
- Cook the onions in butter over medium-low heat, stirring often, 40-50 minutes until deep golden.
- Add broth and simmer 15 minutes; season.
- Ladle into oven-safe bowls, top with toast and cheese.
- Broil 2-3 minutes until bubbly, watching closely.
Swaps
- Water plus a bouillon cube or a spoon of soy sauce can replace broth.
Times are a guide; ovens and air fryers vary. Cook poultry to 165°F, ground meat to 160°F, and pork and fish to 145°F. Diet tags come from the ingredient list; check labels for allergens.